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TheEmergency Department Technician (ED Tech)as part of the ED Team, will perform a variety of functions in support and care of patients requiring urgent or emergent care in an emergency medical setting. The ED Tech will assist and/or provide care for Outpatients presenting to the ED.

JOB DUTIES:

• Promote the mission, vision and values of CRMC
• Assist with patient room placement, transfer and discharge
• Patient Triage (must be Paramedic or RN)
• Placing patients in hospital wear
• Assist patients with personal hygiene, feeding, positioning, toileting and ambulation
• Collect patient specimens as ordered, including blood specimen collection
• Initiate, Maintain or discontinue Intravenous or Intra Osseous access
• Administer medications
• Respond to patient call lights and requests promptly
• Accompany patients to procedures off the unit, as needed
• Advise nursing or provider, of changes in patient condition
• Assist in obtaining and monitoring vital signs
• Perform EKGs
• 1:1 patient attendance when needed
• Outpatient cares (non-ED) Including infusions, dressing changes, wound checks and suture removals
• EMS radio operations
• Transporting patients using stretchers and wheelchairs
• Clean and change linens, as needed and after the patient has exited the room
• Empty full Linen and Trash receptacles
• Stocking, including rotation, and checking expiration dates
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information (HIPPA)
• Documentation in Electronic Health Record using MediTech
• Participate in meetings and in-services, including hospital education
• Know and follow department and hospital Policy & Procedure, safety and infection prevention

TheED Techassumes other responsibilities as requested by Physician, Nurse or Supervisor

ED TECH REQUIREMENTS:

• Successful completion of the orientation process
• Proficient computer and typing skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills in teaming with Patients, Physicians, Nurses and the public
• Detail oriented with ability to multitask
• Able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed
• Maintain certifications as required by CRMC policy
• Professional appearance and ability to develop rapport with others
• Available to work shifts after hours, weekends and public holidays